The act of labelling others with a gender that does not match their gender identity and the easy to see associated psychological and physical damages

We are going to discuss gender, how to deal with it and why it sometimes means an act of violence, and not as some activists claim that it is not an act of physical, verbal and psychic violence. First, we must understand what is misgendering. "Misgendering", for those who do not know it yet, consists of the action of treating or addressing a person with a pronoun / gender that is not the right one, assuming consciously or unconsciously (usually due to their appearance, name, etc. ,) that their gender is different. 

Misgendering (also used in Spanish) is the act of labelling others with a gender that does not match their gender identity (Wikipedia).

It is not just about low confidence or self-esteem, but it involves a great deal of physical and psychological harm to be listed here.

Words can be abusive, absolutely.

A developing boy or girl is greatly affected or affected by the words and actions of other people until it can negatively affect their life.

Let's start by talking about verbal abuse of childhood. A developing boy or girl is greatly affected by the words and actions of other people, it is also known as psychological or verbal abuse, it is the most common form of child abuse.

It can include constant rejection, hostility, teasing, intimidation, yelling, criticism, public humiliation, changing the gender attributed to the boy or girl by birth, and exposure to family violence.

The impacts of emotional abuse are as damaging as physical abuse.

Repeated incidents of abuse build up over time and have lasting effects on the child's development and well-being. However, a single incident can cause serious harm too, there are many incidents that can constantly be serious harm or danger, can be a variety like

Continuously ignoring or rejecting a child

Isolate a child physically or socially

Forcing a child to do things by scaring him

Exposing a child to domestic violence

Constantly criticizing, humiliating in public, or blaming a child

Constantly swearing, screaming, or yelling at a child

Make a child feel different from other family members

Tell a child that they are worth nothing, are not loved or are not enough

Withhold love, support, praise or attention from a child

Bullying, teasing, insulting or belittling a child

The act of labelling others with a gender that does not match their gender identity 

Bullying, teasing, name calling or belittling a child due to their sexual orientation

Bullying, teasing, name calling or belittling a child for its gender identity

Bullying, teasing, name calling or belittling when other people identify a trans person with a gender other than that with which that person identifies 

Facts or insults that offend, violating the dignity, honor, credibility, etc., especially when it is unfair

Having unrealistic expectations or irrational demands of a child

Not allowing a child to explore, express, learn, or make friends

Treating a child badly for things they cannot change (for example, disability, sexuality)

Threats of abuse or threats to harm loved ones or pets

Such infringements can lead to behaviors or disturbances or problems that interrupt the normal activity or life process as the following signs of verbal, physical or psychological damage or injury.

Signs that a child or adult may be experiencing emotional abuse may include one or more of the following conditions:

Avoidance or running away from home

Low self-image, self-esteem and confidence

Delays in the development or decrease of school work

Often being anxious, distressed, or afraid to do something wrong

Demanding, disruptive, or secret behavior

Behavioral extremes, from very aggressive to very passive

Trying too hard to please or not connecting with parents

Being withdrawn or having difficulty relating to others

Feels useless, unloved or unwanted

Increased fear, guilt, and shame

Lying, stealing, or mistrusting adults

Self-injurious or suicidal thoughts

Reviviscences, nightmares and serious anguish

Uncontrollable thoughts about a situation

Provoking Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Interfering with the ability to do normal daily tasks

Having recurring, involuntary, and distressing memories of a traumatic event

Relive a traumatic event as if it were happening again (reviviscence)

Disturbing dreams or nightmares about a traumatic event

Severe emotional distress or exacerbated physical reactions to things reminiscent of a traumatic event

Try to avoid thinking or talking about a traumatic event

Avoid places, activities, or people that remind a traumatic event

Negative thoughts about self, other people, or the world in general

Memory problems, including not remembering important aspects of a traumatic event

Difficulty maintaining close relationships

Feeling estranged from family and friends

Lack of interest in activities you used to like

Difficulty feeling positive emotions

Feeling emotionally numb

Get amazed or scared easily

Always be alert to danger

Self-destructive behavior, such as drinking excessively or driving too fast

Difficulty concentrating

Irritability, outbursts of anger or aggressive behavior

Overwhelming feelings of guilt or shame

Recreate the traumatic event or aspects of it through play

Unhealthy coping strategies or habits (sucking, biting, rocking, self-harm)

Mental health disorders (anxiety, depression, phobias)

Inability to trust or difficulty forming relationships

Destructive, aggressive or antisocial behaviors

Drug and alcohol use

Developmental delays

Eating disorders

Difficulty expressing

Learning or speech disorders

High-risk sexual behavior

Behavioral problems or disorders

Difficulty regulating emotions

Physical disorders or health problems

Thoughts or attempts at suicide

Overly adaptive behaviors (eg, Very obedient or defensive)

Low confidence, or self-esteem

All these damages can last for a month or beyond a month, assuming then a post-traumatic stress disorder that in most cases can last in adult life indefinitely over time, as they often recur in patterns.